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Republic Airways Mechanic Jobs

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We’re looking for our next generation of maintenance professionals to keep our large fleet of ultra-modern Embraer 170/175s operating at peak efficiency. From nose to tail, our aircraft maintenance teams work on every aspect of the aircraft. Bring your tools and your talent and become part of one of the strongest safety cultures in the airline industry.

BE AMONG THE BEST Republic has received the FAA’s Diamond Award of Excellence 20+ times

GROW YOUR CAREER Opportunities for avionics, RII, Run & Taxi training and more

At Republic Airline, our mission is to provide a safe, clean and reliable flying experience. We believe this is best accomplished by focusing on our vision, “With the BEST people, products and performance, we will be America’s Regional Airline of choice.” Republic Airline, based in Indianapolis, operates a fleet of 188 Embraer 170/175 aircraft and offers scheduled passenger service with 900 daily flights to 100 cities in 35 U.S. states, Canada, the Caribbean and Central America. The airline provides fixed-fee flights operated under our major airline partner brands of American Eagle, Delta Connection and United Express. Our 10 domiciles include CMH, DCA, EWR, IND, LGA, MCI, MIA, ORD, PHL and PIT. With more than 5,500 talented aviation professionals, Republic Airline is a great place to get your career off the runway!

POSITION PURPOSE

Leads mechanics in performing preventive maintenance, repair, modifications and other maintenance of aircraft, components and related equipment in accordance with standards and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Leads mechanics in performing preventive maintenance, repair, modifications and other maintenance of aircraft, components and related equipment in compliance with 14 CFR, manufactures specifications, the GMM, Company policy and procedures as well as other methods accepted by the FAA and OSHA.

Performs maintenance mechanic duties in all areas inside and outside the hangar as well as at the airport terminal.

Troubleshoots all aircraft systems. Assists and executes maintenance work orders.

Uses tools, equipment and test apparatus necessary to assure completion of the work in accordance with accepted industry practices. Verifies that all calibrated tooling is current on its calibration before use. Verifies materials and parts used are of a serviceable condition.

Verifies that each part or component is effective for the aircraft on which it will be installed.

Adheres to material handling and control procedures specified in GMM and by the equipment manufacturers. Initiates material requests.

Ensures that mechanics within assigned area are evaluating the area and equipment that will be utilized to ensure that safety is not compromised before performing any maintenance action. Applies safety first at all times.

Leads licensed mechanics to ensure that the work area, shop or ramp is kept clean and free of hazards.

Updates Supervisor on progress of work performed. Reviews paperwork at the end of shift to ensure that all work accomplished is signed for prior to departing the maintenance facility. Assists with completion of shift turnover reports in accordance with procedures in the GMM.

Reads and acknowledges understanding of maintenance newsletters and Company Emails on a timely basis.

Provides technical leadership to team and department members. Leads through example; monitors, influences and trains others. Provides input to supervisor on performance reviews and helps to identify development needs.

Performs other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE.

High school diploma or equivalent with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.

Successful completion of formal OJT program, system familiarization course completion on applicable aircraft or one year previous experience in area of expertise in aircraft maintenance.

RII qualification of applicable aircraft, Run and Taxi qualification on applicable aircraft.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

3 years of A&P mechanic experience on similar aircraft.

Previous lead or supervisory experience. Experience with Microsoft office applications.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

No previous felony convictions and a stable employment history.

Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.

Must possess the required tools.

Able to work both in a team setting and individually.

REGULATORY

Able to pass an FAA required 10 year work history review and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks.

Willing to submit to and pass FAA and Company mandated random drug and alcohol tests.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions,

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Republic Airline, based in Indianapolis, operates a fleet of about 190 Embraer 170/175 aircraft and offers scheduled passenger service with about 1,000 daily flights to 100 cities in 40 U.S. states, Canada, the Caribbean and Central America. The airline provides fixed-fee flights operated under its major airline partner brands of American Eagle, Delta Connection and United Express. The airline employs about 5,700 aviation professionals. Visit www.rjet.com at http://www.rjet.com/ for more information, follow the Company on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/republicairline/ , Twitter at https://twitter.com/RepublicAirline and YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1IOcelXc92JDhi8sIR9F0Q , and connect on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/republicairline/ or Linkedin at http://www.linkedin.com/company/republic-airways-holdings-inc-/ .

In May 2018, Republic opened the Leadership In Flight Training (LIFT) Academy, a commercial aviation pilot training school in Indianapolis. LIFT uses state-of-the-art training technologies that combine flight, flight simulator, online and in-classroom training. Graduates are guaranteed a job as First Officer at Republic. Learn more at www.flywithlift.com at http://www.flywithlift.com/ .